An incomparably rich collection of primary source material on all aspects of American history originating from Congress and other federal agencies and covering government, commerce, trade, exploration, science/technology, military, environment, health, genealogy, economics, and social issues. Features reports, diaries, journals, letters, communiqu?s, illustrations, official records, hearings, eyewitness accounts, statistics, and maps. With information coming from every level and agency of government, the 'Serial Set' is a virtual encyclopedia of America, replete with information on everything from alcoholism to Zuni Indians. (Will eventually cover 1789-1980)